Pallbearers carry the coffin of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI before Pope Francis at the end of Benedict’s funeral Mass Thursday in St. Peter's Square. (photo: Antonio Masiello / Getty Images)

The Funeral of Benedict XVI (Jan. 7)

Register Rome correspondent Edward Pentin and Senior Editor Jonathan Liedl share their impressions of Pope Emeritus Benedict XI’s funeral and insights into his legacy.

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